Stress is pretty much the worst thing for your complexion. Stress hormones -cortisol- are linked to wrinkles, says Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist. Regular sexy-time sessions can reduce the harmful effects stress has on your skin, though, especially if you O:

There’s some evidence that the estrogen released during an orgasm actually boostscollagen levels, says Schlessinger, which can improve the appearance of lines. "The physical activity also triggers the human growth hormone, which makes skin look more elastic," he says

The amped up blood flow from boinking can also help your pout look a bit plumper."Sex increases your heartrate, which gets blood flowing," says Schlessinger. "This increase in blood flow can lead to fuller-looking lips."

Improved sleep leads to a refreshed + more alert look in the morning. "Often referred to as the cuddle hormone, oxytocinfloods the brain when we have sex," says Nicholas Sieveking, M.D., a plastic surgeon. "This is what gives us that sleepy, relaxed feeling after an orgasm," he says.